> For the complete documentation index, see [llms.txt](https://docs.pullbay.com/llms.txt). Markdown versions of documentation pages are available by appending `.md` to page URLs; this page is available as [Markdown](https://docs.pullbay.com/documentation/plans-and-usage/plans.md).
# Plans
Pullbay's plans are designed to scale with your usage. Each plan includes a monthly credit allocation, rate limit tier, and support level. **Specific pricing and credit amounts are available in the** [**Pullbay dashboard**](https://dahsboard.pullbay.com/)**.**
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## Plan Overview
| Plan | Best For | Rate Limit |
| ----------- | ----------------------------------------------- | ------------------- |
| **Free** | Exploration & testing | 10 req/min |
| **Hobby** | Best for small side projects & light automation | 20 request / minute |
| **Builder** | Perfect for production use and growing apps | 40 request / minute |
| **Scale** | High-volume usage | 60 request / minute |
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Exact credit allocations and pricing are shown in the dashboard. No credit card is required to start with the free tier.
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## What Each Plan Includes
Every Pullbay plan includes:
* **Monthly credits** — A base allocation that refreshes each billing cycle
* **Rate limits** — Maximum requests per minute
* **Full endpoint access** — All services and endpoints available on every plan
* **Support tier** — Response time and channels vary by plan
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## Free Tier
* New accounts automatically start on the free plan — no credit card required.
* 1,000 credits allocated each month
* Speed limit of 10 requests per minute
* Access to all endpoints for exploration purposes
* Full access to the control panel (usage, service status, API keys)
* The Free Plan is designed for exploration purposes. When you’re ready to move to a production environment, upgrade to a paid plan for higher credit and speed limits.
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## Paid Plans
### Free
Best for small projects, prototypes, and side projects with modest data needs.
* Monthly credit allocation (renews each billing cycle)
* 10 request / minute
* Email support
### Hobby
Best for production applications with regular, scheduled data fetching.
* Higher monthly credit allocation (renews each billing cycle)
* 20 request / minute
* Priority email support
### Builder
Best for high-volume applications, multiple apps or services, or teams with intensive data needs.
* Large monthly credit allocation (custom options available)
* 40 request / minute
* Priority support
### Scale Plan
Best for high-volume applications, multiple apps or services, or teams with intensive data needs.
* Large monthly credit allocation (custom options available)
* 60 request / minute
* Priority support
For exact pricing and credit allocations for each plan, see the [Billing section of your dashboard](https://pullbay.com/).
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## Choosing a Plan
| Situation | Recommended Plan |
| ------------------------------------- | -------------------------------------- |
| Just exploring or testing | Free |
| Building a side project or prototype | Hobby |
| Running a production app | Builder |
| High-volume, multiple apps, or a team | Scale |
| Not sure? | Start free, upgrade when you need more |
A good rule of thumb: estimate your monthly credit usage first (see the [Cost Optimization guide](/documentation/platform-best-practices/cost-optimization-revisit.md)), then choose the plan whose allocation fits. You can always add top-up credits or upgrade at any time.
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## Upgrading & Downgrading
### Upgrading
* Takes effect **immediately**
* New rate limits apply right away
* You receive prorated credit for the remainder of your current period
### Downgrading
* Takes effect at the **start of your next billing cycle**
* Current features and rate limits remain until renewal
* Credit allocation changes at renewal
### Cancellation
You can cancel your plan at any time from **Billing > Plan** in your dashboard. After cancellation:
* You keep full access until the end of your current billing period
* Credits included in the package are reset
* You can continue using credits on the free tier
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## Rate Limits by Plan
| Plan | Requests per Minute |
| ------- | ------------------- |
| Free | 10 |
| Hobby | 20 |
| Builder | 40 |
| Scale | 60 |
When you exceed your rate limit, requests return `429 Too Many Requests` until the window resets. See the [Rate Limits guide ](/documentation/plans-and-usage/rate-limits.md)for how to handle this in code.
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## Credits & Plans
Your plan includes a monthly allocation that refreshes at renewal. You can also:
* **Top up at any time** — Add one-time credits without changing your plan
* **Enable auto-reload** — Automatically top up when your balance drops below a threshold
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Plan credits reset monthly and **do not roll over**. Top-up credits **do not expire**.
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For a full explanation of how credits work, see the [Credits guide](/documentation/plans-and-usage/credits.md).
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## Frequently Asked Questions
Can I switch plans at any time?
Yes. Upgrades take effect immediately; downgrades take effect at the next billing cycle.
What happens if I exceed my plan's rate limit?
You'll receive a `429 Too Many Requests` response. Requests resume after the rate limit window resets (typically 1 minute). See the [Rate Limits guide](/documentation/plans-and-usage/rate-limits.md) for handling strategies.
Do unused plan credits roll over?
No. Monthly plan credits reset at each billing cycle.
Is a credit card required to use the free tier?
No. You can sign up and start making API calls immediately without providing payment information.
Where can I see exact pricing?
Exact pricing and credit amounts for each plan are shown in the [Pullbay dashboard](https://dashboard.pullbay.com/) under Billing.
What if I need more than Scale-tier limits?
Contact the Pullbay team to discuss custom arrangements for very high-volume use cases.
Can I estimate my costs before upgrading?
Yes — see the [Cost Optimization guide ](/documentation/platform-best-practices/cost-optimization-revisit.md)for a formula to estimate your monthly credit needs.
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